682nd Engineer Battalion

It is always wonderful to see Soldiers work hard and receive recognition for not only what they have accomplished, but for what their potential is too. Help us in congratulating Chief Heim as he is promoted to the rank of Chief Warrant Officer 4! Well done Chief!

Soldiers from 851 Engineer Vertical Construction Company conduct construction on a new helicopter pad during Annual Training 2022 at Camp Ripley Training Center. Engineer soldiers have been sharpening their engineering skills by working on troop projects, improving and expanding the installation's capabilities.

Go SPC Miska! We are very proud of your hard work.

⚔️ Competitor Profile ⚔️

“This experience has been outstanding, and I would advise future competitors to focus on their mental and physical fitness,” said Minnesota National Guardsman, Spc. Nathaniel Miska.

https://www.dvidshub.net/news/425489/minnesota-national-guardsman-compete-2022-all-guard-best-warrior-competition

Some fantastic news as the Army continues its transition from the APFT to the ACFT. This updated guidance is excellent news for the Soldiers that struggled with the outdated APFT, but have been working hard on improving their physical fitness and passing the events on the ACFT!

June has been a busy month for 682d Engineer Battalion! So far we have had a Change of Command at HHC for outgoing commander CPT Quimby and incoming commander CPT Stewart; a Change of Responsibility between 1SG Kloss and SFC(P) Lerol at FSC; troop projects are underway, and the Battalion Staff got a break from staff work to conduct a ruck march.

During May's drill we had the privilege to promote two officers to the rank of Captain (CPT). Congratulations CPT Zeoli and CPT Ratzlaff!

682d Engineer Battalion could not be more proud of SPC Miska! Way to represent yourself, your unit, and your state at the Best Warrior Regional Competition Specialist!

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Today 682d Engineer Battalion bid farewell to LTC John McRae as Battalion Commander and welcomed the new Battalion Commander MAJ Shawn Frey. Thank you LTC McRae for your leadership and dedication over the past two years, you will be greatly missed. MAJ Frey welcome back to the Battalion, we are excited to have you and look forward to your leadership.

Nearly 150 members of the 434th Chemical Company began arriving home April 21, 2022, after an overseas deployment to Kuwait supporting the U.S. Central Command of Operations in support of Operation Spartan Shield and Operation Inherent Resolve. Depicted here is Army Lt. Col. John McRae, battalion commander, presenting coins during the unit's demobilization.

“The 434th Chemical Company did Minnesota proud during this deployment,” said Army Lt. Col. John McRae, battalion commander of the 434th Chemical Company’s higher headquarters. “They were a key protection asset for the theater, an enabler for high profile exercises and special events, and a trusted source of expertise for their chain of command. We are very proud of their outstanding performance during this critical mission and want to welcome them back home.”

Thank you Minnesota National Guard for sharing!

We are proud of SPC Miska from the 850 HCC for earning the title of Minnesota's Soldier of the Year! Congratulations Nathaniel, we know you are going to do amazing at regionals!